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At Think Heuristics, we have raised the bar. Our students are taught to approach Science problems using Heuristics Science – a thought process where we stimulate students’ thinking and allow them to systematically work out comprehensive answers. Answers that are Correct. Accurate. Complete.
According to MOE, a strong foundation in scientific knowledge and methodologies will include the development of reasoning and analytical skills, decision and problem-solving skills, and flexibility to respond to different contexts. During exams, students are tested not just on scientific knowledge and concepts but on how Science is applied in daily life.
At Think Heuristics, we teach the TCR Method which is based on heuristics, to answer application problems which are usually open-ended questions. Students often lack the practice and exposure to higher-order thinking skills to draw the right conclusions with the right answering technique. The TCR method is a step-by-step train of thought process where students identify the topic and concept(s), extract clues, zoom in on keywords and craft answers that examiners look out for.
For our Heuristics Science programme, we adopt a modular approach to deliver our weekly lessons and workshops.
MOE-listed skills covered: Knowledge & Understanding, & Methodologies & Process Skills
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Cover the 11 process skills prescribed by MOE as the foundation for learning Science. Through experiments, students will learn Science concepts and process skills in interactive ways. This facilitates concept recall and application when answering exam questions.
MOE-listed skills covered: Communicating Answers
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Learn the 4-step technique in answering Science questions. Students will be trained to extract and interpret information from questions; identify the correct concepts to apply; and pen the right answers, with all critical keywords in place.
MOE-listed skills covered: Applications, especially in unfamiliar scenarios
No more losing marks to:
• Missing the point of questions
• Reversion to own old answering methods
• Not adapting answers when tackling unfamiliar questions
Apply Concept Mastery and TCR Answering Techniques to higher-order Science questions. Students will be exposed to unfamiliar non-routine questions. Special attention will be given to questions set against real-life scenarios – a prevalent trend in PSLE.
Bringing together the learnings from Modules 1, 2 & 3
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Apply Concept Mastery and TCR Answering Techniques to both MCQs and open-ended questions in the PSLE Science format. Using past-year questions, students will be trained to decode the pattern in questions, and to tap on such clues towards the right answers. This module prepares students for both SA2 and PSLE Science.
With an open mind, our students will begin to see the fruits of applying their scientific knowledge correctly, and reaping the results of higher level scores.
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